Tink is really sick again.

[Gingergirlsmom]

Originally Posted by Tink's Mom

Well, I'm off to meet with the vets at the Vet School. The GI guy, the Neuro guy and the physical therapist are all going to talk to me about what they think about Tink's future. Think good thot's of Tink and if you believe in God and the power of prayer, please say some prayers for us. for my breaking heart and for Tink's little poisoned body.

I'll update later today.

I know we can't be there for you in person, but many of us are there with you in spirit. I'm continuing to pray for you and for Tink.

[Toppersmom]

Continuing to send prayers your way.
Praying for good news today.

[ellie81]

Originally Posted by Tink's Mom

Well, I'm off to meet with the vets at the Vet School. The GI guy, the Neuro guy and the physical therapist are all going to talk to me about what they think about Tink's future. Think good thot's of Tink and if you believe in God and the power of prayer, please say some prayers for us. for my breaking heart and for Tink's little poisoned body.

I'll update later today.

Thanks for the update!!!! praying for her!!!!!

[tinav]

Sorry i am so late to this thread....been healing from a broken arm past 3 weeks and just doing mild reading and posting.

I am sorry to hear that Tink has been having medical problems and I hope todays visit to the vets put Tink on the road to premanent a speedy recovery. Saying lots of prayers for Tink and her mommy

Tina

[kalina82]

i hope you get some good news from the internist, neurologist and pt doctors. praying for good news.

[midnightmist]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and Tink.
Sheila

[donnarod]

Hope we get some good news today.

[patty58]

Susie, prayers that you get some good news today.

[yml]

All goes well w/ Tink...I live by Tink and Mommy, maybe we can come up w/ a Get Well Tink Package/Card and I can deliver it to them...Is anyone computer savy? I think most of you know I am not, and if so, maybe we can get a card going online for everyone to sign and then print out?!?!? Is this possible?!?! Again, if not forgive my stupidity, I am just happy to be near a YT'r and would like to help...Yvonne

[wemple2]

Susie, I will keep you and Tink both in my thoughts and prayers. I truly believe...
Tink sweet baby girl, please know that I have faith...you are trying your hardest to be well again. I too have lit a candle...said a silent prayer and have shed tears of sadness ...but I have faith that your Tink will continue to improve with every minute of every day...until she is back home with you...playing with her beloved frog.

[Tink's Mom]

OK here comes another VERY long post. I'm one for details so I apologize for all these short novels.

We had a meeting this morning and I got both good and not-so-good information about Tink.

The regular vet (internist - thanks Kellie) spoke first saying yesterday they began reducing Tink's sedatives so that she will wake up fully. He said she was showing signs of interest in her surroundings, was producing some urine, and her LFTs were somewhat less elevated than when she came to hospital. He said all of these are good signs but not anywhere near normal for her. She needs to have better liver and kidney function before he can say she is out of the woods. But he does think that with some careful management they can achieve a "suitable platform" I had to ask him what that meant. It's just his way of saying her body needs to be able to filter enough of the poisons out of her system to keep her pain free and functioning with some quality. Dr. Speak

Then the neurologist spoke and said that in his opinion Tink will never be normal mentally, she won't be able to retain learned behaviors and will always have to relearn things. He thinks that she will probably eventually regain control of her bowels but probably not her bladder, at least not enough that she will be potty trained. Then he smiled at me as I was blubbering all over the table and said, "But all of us here have seen miracles and the power of prayer. We know you believe strongly in prayer and we encourage you to lean heavily on your faith." He went on to say that nothing is impossible with the brain and love and patience are mighty healers. He said he can't offer me any hope medically, but he believes that tink is a very strong little girl. He said she should have died before I ever brought her in. The first dose should have killed her.

Then the physical therapist spoke. She said that Tink will need lots of work early to help her walk again and eat. She said little dogs learn these things very quickly and even with her challenges, she feels Tink will be able to manage well enough to get herself around. But time is of the essence and she needs to start working wit her as soon as she is completely awake. Probably tonight yet.

Then they said to take my time deciding what I wanted to do but they needed to start working on a program for her as soon as possible.

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[Tink's Mom]

So, they left the room and I'm sitting there crying and asking God to help me get over myself and have the strength to let her go 'cause I can't imagine how I'm going to help her and care for her properly when I have my own physical challenges and I'm getting ready for a surgery in a couple of weeks. The bad things just seemed so much heavier than the good things. I do not want her to be in pain.

Then the vet who works there that I know, came into the room and sat beside me. He is the one who offered to take Tink when I'm in hospital. He said that his wife - who is Barb - Tink's tech at hospital want to take over Tink's care until I come home and am well enough to take care of her myself.

So that was the answer from God that I needed. I was ready to let her go but not willingly. Now I can rest assured she will be in a loving home and have excellent care until I am well enough. Barb wants her clothes so she can keep her dressed. I can go visit whenever I want.

So, I told the vet that I want to keep her and try whatever we need to do to help her. We will have to take it a day at a time because if her seizures become unmanageable then the story is finished. But if they get them undercontrol and her liver is working sufficiently then I think we have a chance. We're still going day to day, but now I feel much better about it and I think there is some hope for her.

Thank you for reading this long long post but I needed to tell someone and get it all off my chest. All my friends are out of town this weekend. Of all times! But it's OK. We're manageing and things will be good. Please continue your prayers, we still need them.

[katelin]

Oh I'm so sorry for what you and Tink are going through. Thank goodness that you have been put in touch with such knowledgeable doctors to help. Keeping you and Tink in our thoughts.

[Wight Witch]

Thinking of you and Tink.
Hoping our get well wishes here in the UK reach Tink.
Lesley & Tink (Tinkerbell)

[iowagal]

how very hard this must all be on you...i will keep you and your precious lil furbaby in my prayers...i am so very happy that you have such a loving, caring friend/vet who has offered to help you with tink...she will be in very good hands!

Winston and I are sending you and Tink lots of ~hugs~